Synonyms
eutrit;kannit;Klinit;newtol;Pentitol;5-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-pyrazolidinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester;itoL;XYLITOL N.F. GRADE
Description
Xylitol is a polyhydric alcohol that is used in chewing gum, throat lozenges, and chocolate.
Molecular Formula
C5H12O5
InChI
HEBKCHPVOIAQTA-QWWZWVQMSA-N
InChIKey
HEBKCHPVOIAQTA-QWWZWVQMSA-N
Appearance
Crystalline Powder
pKa
13.24±0.20(Predicted)
Melting Point
94-97 ℃ (lit.)
Refractive Index
1.3920 (estimate)
Applications
Sweetener and excipient